Right now, most of the country starts storing away their summer clothes and begins pulling out their winter wear. But not here in Havasu! We still enjoy shorts and sandals weather well into the autumn months. What kinds of outdoor Lake Havasu events do we get to celebrate during Fall 2018? A London Bridge Days Parade and the Chillin' & Swillin' Beer Festival!
Lake Havasu Events Fall 2018
What: London Bridge Days Parade
Where: Downtown Havasu (Main St, between Acoma & Capri)
When: Saturday, October 27th, 10 am to 12:30 pm
Admission: FREE
Every October, Lake Havasu celebrates its roots with several events, including the London Bridge Days Parade. This year, the parade takes place on Saturday, October 27th. While the parade starts at 10 am, you'll want to come early to scout out the best vantage point. Bring a lawn chair with you so you can watch in comfort. Automotive traffic will be shut down all along McCulloch Blvd for the event.
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Much of our Lake Havasu lifestyle centers around water. When you live in the desert, access to water means the world to you. Kayaking has grown in popularity over the past few years. We see more and more kayakers on the lake all the time. To celebrate, Southwest Kayaks (our local source for all things "kayak-related") hosts the fall season of their Southwest Kayaks Fishing Open beginning this Labor Day weekend.
What: Southwest Kayaks Fishing Open 2018
Where: Mesquite Bay Central, LHC
When: Sept 2nd & Oct 13th, 7 am to 12 pm
Admission: FREE
Contact: Southwest Kayaks (928) 680-9257 or via email
Southwest Kayaks Fishing Open 2018
No matter what type of water vessel you choose to use at the 2018 Southwest Kayaks Fishing Open is perfectly fine. They welcome all ages and skill levels, too. Participants launch from Mesquite Bay promptly at 7 am on September 2nd and October 13th. Just follow the signs that say "hard launch area only". Want to kayak out to your favorite fishing … [Read more...]

It's that time of year again, folks. The 2015 Lake Havasu Great Pineapple Race sails away tomorrow. It's a little late to get a team together to join in on the racing. However, visitors and residents of our great Havasu community are more than welcome to come out and cheer the teams on to victory.
What: 2015 Lake Havasu Great Pineapple Race
Where: London Bridge State Beach, The Island/Bridgewater Channel
When: Thursday, Sept 24th 4pm to 7pm
Cost: FREE to watch and cheer
Contact: Lake Havasu Hospitality Association, Mary (310) 892-4668 or Christine (928) 412-1283 or via email
2015 Lake Havasu Great Pineapple Race
The 2015 Lake Havasu Great Pineapple Race is unlike anything you've ever seen before. The competition is made up of five person teams dressed up in tribal costume. If clothes make the man, what does that say about these guys? Crazy, that's what! The costumes are all part of the fun of the event. Everyone in the competition is a member of the Lake Havasu … [Read more...]

The 2015 Lake Havasu Global Aquamoto Grand Prix takes place this Saturday. Our Lake Havasu community will be filled with the sound of cheering and the smell of oil and gasoline. Are you ready for some testosterone-laden fun?
What: 2015 Lake Havasu Global Aquamoto Grand Prix
Where: Rotary Community Park
When: July 24th & 25th, 2015 4pm to 6pm Fri, 10am to 5pm Sat
Cost: Free for Spectators
Contact: Chris "The Fish" Fischetti, Aquamoto Grand Prix (714) 267-4747 or via email
2015 Lake Havasu Global Aquamoto Grand Prix
The 2015 Lake Havasu Global Aquamoto Grand Prix starts July 24th with practice sessions in the late afternoon. The real fun starts when the races happen on July 25th. Vendors will be set up along the beach with tons of merchandise. The beer garden will help stave off the hot Havasu sun (must be 21+ with valid photo ID). Play a round of cornhole between races. Listen to some great music all day long.
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As you finalize your plans on how to ring in the new year tonight in the Lake Havasu community, have you thought about any New Year's resolutions? Do you want to live a healthier lifestyle? It is never too late to start. There are two separate Lake Havasu 2015 First Day Hikes to start your new year off on the right foot...quickly followed by the left and then another right, left, right, left and so on.
Arizona State Parks is partnering up with state parks in all 50 states to be a part of the First Day Hikes program. First Day Hikes first came to Arizona State Parks last year. These are mostly guided hikes through different state parks in Arizona. It was a big success last year and looks to be another big one this year.
Where: Cattail Cove State Park (15 mi S of LHC on Hwy 95)
When: 9am
Cost: $10 per vehicle
Contact: (800) 285-3703
Approximately 1.5 to two miles long, this guided hike will take place along the Whyte's Retreat Trail. The trail is considered … [Read more...]